The Arizona Corporation Commission has indicated that I must have approval from AZDFI to register my business. How do I obtain approval to use the word “Bank” in my business name?
The Arizona Corporation Commission has indicated that I must have approval from AZDFI to register my business. How do I obtain approval to use the word “Bank” in my business name?
Arizona Statutes prohibit use of the terms “bank” “credit union” or “trust” in a business name unless the business holds a bank, credit union or trust permit issued by AZDFI or another state or national regulator. Exceptions may be granted when the business does not hold itself out to be a bank, credit union, trust company or savings and loan association.
See the instructions and application on the Financial Institutions Division webpage to request permission for use of the name; include the name of the business and the type of business you plan on conducting in Arizona. See the following Arizona Revised Statutes for reference: §6-391,§ 10-401(3), and §10-1506(A)(3).